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AlphAI earnings readQ3 FY2026 · OCT 22POOL CORPORATION REPORTS THIRD QUARTER RESULTS; CONFIRMS ANNUAL EARNINGS GUIDANCE RANGEVerdict: solid

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DA Davidson cuts Pool Corp stock price target on margin pressures

DA Davidson reduced its price target for Pool Corp (POOL) to $200 from $210, citing margin pressures, while maintaining a Buy rating. The company reported Q3 adjusted EPS of $3.40, beating estimates, with revenue up 4% YoY to $1.5B. Despite margin declines, Pool Corp kept its FY2026 EPS guidance. The stock rose 14.28% over the past week, trading at $197.21.

Why is Pool (POOL) stock soaring today

Pool (POOL) stock rose 10.4% after Q3 net sales of $1.50B beat expectations, with adjusted EPS of $3.40. The company maintained its full-year guidance. Gross margin fell 60bps to 29.0% due to higher freight costs. The stock is down 17.6% YTD, trading 37% below its 52-week high.

Pool Corp Q3 2026 slides: sales accelerate as margins compress

Pool Corp reported Q3 2026 net sales of $1.505B, up 4% YoY, with gross margin compressing 60bps to 29.0%. EPS was flat at $3.40. Sales growth accelerated from Q2, driven by pricing and maintenance demand, but operating income declined 3% due to freight costs and customer mix. Shares rose 9.89% post-earnings. The company raised its full-year sales growth forecast to 3-4% but maintained EPS guidance of $10.87-$11.17.

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DA Davidson cuts Pool Corp stock price target on margin pressures

DA Davidson reduced its price target for Pool Corp (POOL) to $200 from $210, citing margin pressures, while maintaining a Buy rating. The company reported Q3 adjusted EPS of $3.40, beating estimates, with revenue up 4% YoY to $1.5B. Despite margin declines, Pool Corp kept its FY2026 EPS guidance. The stock rose 14.28% over the past week, trading at $197.21.

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Why is Pool (POOL) stock soaring today

Pool (POOL) stock rose 10.4% after Q3 net sales of $1.50B beat expectations, with adjusted EPS of $3.40. The company maintained its full-year guidance. Gross margin fell 60bps to 29.0% due to higher freight costs. The stock is down 17.6% YTD, trading 37% below its 52-week high.

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Pool Corp Q3 2026 slides: sales accelerate as margins compress

Pool Corp reported Q3 2026 net sales of $1.505B, up 4% YoY, with gross margin compressing 60bps to 29.0%. EPS was flat at $3.40. Sales growth accelerated from Q2, driven by pricing and maintenance demand, but operating income declined 3% due to freight costs and customer mix. Shares rose 9.89% post-earnings. The company raised its full-year sales growth forecast to 3-4% but maintained EPS guidance of $10.87-$11.17.

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POOL CORPORATION REPORTS THIRD QUARTER RESULTS

POOL CORP (POOL) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Results of Operations and Financial Condition. Exhibit 99.1 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE POOL CORPORATION REPORTS THIRD QUARTER RESULTS; CONFIRMS ANNUAL EARNINGS GUIDANCE RANGE Q3 2026 Highlights: • Net sales increased 4% to $1.5 billion, accelerating from 2% growth in the second quarter, supported by price, solid maintenance growth

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Stifel cuts Pool Corp stock price target on margin concerns

Stifel reduced its price target for Pool Corp (POOL) to $175 from $189, maintaining a Hold rating. The firm cited concerns over second-half 2026 gross margins but raised its adjusted EPS estimate for 2026. Pool Corp's stock trades at $168, with mixed Q2 2026 results showing earnings beat but revenue miss. Other analysts have mixed views, with Stephens lowering its target to $225 (Overweight) and DA Davidson initiating coverage at $210 (Neutral).

POOL CORP (POOL): Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

POOL CORP (POOL) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. (b) As previously disclosed in a Current Report on Form 8-K filed by Pool Corporation (“the Company”) on January 12, 2026,

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POOL CORP (POOL): Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

POOL CORP (POOL) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. POOL CORPORATION ANNOUNCES DIRECTOR APPOINTMENT ______________________ COVINGTON, LA (September 25, 2026) - Pool Corporation (Nasdaq: POOL) announced today that its Board of Directors (the Board) appointed Jean-Marc Germain to serve as a director upon recommendation of the Nomina

This Specialty Manufacturer Could Make a Splash

Pool Corp. (POOL), the largest wholesale pool distributor, reported $5.3B in annual revenue. Q2 sales rose 2%, earnings 4%. Full-year profits expected near $11/share. Despite fewer new pool installations, maintenance demand remains strong, supporting steady cash flows. POOL has returned $180M to shareholders via dividends and buybacks in the last two quarters. The stock has halved in the past year but offers a dividend yield and long-term growth prospects.

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